Construction Estimator - High-End Commercial & Residential

Certified of NY•New York, NY

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Certified of New York is a fast-growing, high-end general contractor seeking a detail-driven, experienced Construction Estimator to join our estimating department. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working on luxury commercial and residential projects, and wants to be part of a team that values precision, collaboration, and professional growth.

Requirements

2+ years of construction estimating experience (commercial + residential; high-end preferred).
Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, PlanSwift, Bluebeam, or comparable takeoff software.
Ability to read and interpret architectural and engineering drawings with full accuracy.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office and Adobe.
Highly organized, deadline-driven, and able to manage multiple bids at once.
Professional communication skills — clear, proactive, and client-friendly.

Responsibilities

Review bid specs, architectural drawings, and project documents to prepare accurate, competitive estimates.
Build complete bid packages and ensure all required documents are included.
Work closely with Project Management to support trade buy-outs, budgets, and bid follow-ups.
Analyze plans and specifications in full detail to identify scope gaps and value-engineering opportunities.
Maintain organized logs of subcontractor bids and plan revisions.
Develop RFIs, RFPs, and assist with scheduling needs.
Communicate proactively with clients, architects, and subcontractors throughout the bid process.